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Are hot tubs a problem for people with pacemakers?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No: Unless you have just had your pacemaker inserted. You should wait 2 weeks post insertion. You should avoid prolonged exposure and dehydration, but this is no particular to individuals with pacemakers.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/26/2020

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Dr. George Mathew answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: You may use it safely!

Answered 10/11/2020

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